Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger issued her opposition to one of many ideas being floated by members of her party after the state Supreme Court struck down the redistricting effort.
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Appalachian School of Law considers merger with Kentucky’s University of Pikeville
School officials hope the partnership could alleviate the law school’s financial woes while keeping it in Buchanan County.
Posted inOpinion
Should Democrats fire the Virginia Supreme Court that ruled against them? 8 things to know about an idea making the rounds
The New York Times reports that the idea came up in a conversation that U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries had with some Virginia Democrats.
Posted inLocal
During a tight budget year, millions in pandemic relief and former school money available in Roanoke budget
The city has at least $18 million — and maybe millions more — to decide how to spend.
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A public hearing will be held Monday on Wise County schools budget totaling nearly $94 million
The budget is nearly $4 million higher than the current spending plan.
Posted inEconomy
Technology council inducts Virginia Tech President Tim Sands into its hall of fame
Other honorees at the Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council’s annual awards included co-winners of the entrepreneur of the year award, Narro Trucks Inc. and biotech innovator Webster Santos.
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Extra Credit: Cybersecurity incident disrupts student learning, Wytheville students published, Danville school for students with special needs relocating and more
Check out this week’s education news.
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Roanoke Valley budgets: Warning in Roanoke County, cuts in Roanoke, possible Salem tax decrease
The three localities have different budget issues as they move toward approvals.
Posted inNews Briefs
Headlines from across the state: A private call reveals Democrats’ desperation over tossing of Virginia map; more …
From elsewhere: ABC still turning a profit for state despite declining sales. Portsmouth commemorates halfway point of casino hotel construction. Drought forces Appalachian Power to release less water from Smith Mountain Project.
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Political leaders react to state Supreme Court decision on redistricting referendum
Current and former elected officials, candidates and others share their thoughts on Friday’s high court ruling.
